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GG

Abbreviation for Grundgesetz

In short and in plain language

The GG is the Basic Law, the constitution of Germany.

Among other things, it sets out who takes part in making laws. This means parliament, the chamber of the states and the government.

Texts that show how a care reform becomes law refer to it.

Definition
The GG is the Basic Law, the constitution of the Federal Republic of Germany. Among other things, it governs how the Bundestag, the Bundesrat and the federal government take part in legislation. Articles that explain how a care reform passes through the legislative process refer to it.